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Mario Williams: A Music Business Major with a Path Less Traveled

Mario Williams, pursuing a music business major with a concentration in Commercial Songwriting, learned much on his musical journey. From the sports arena to the marketing department at Severance Records, even he says his path is not so straightforward.

Double Major vs. Dual Degree Programs and What They Mean for College Music Majors

A young woman is sitting on the floor in front of a keyboard. She is writing on a piece of paper. Behind her is an amp and electric guitar.

Choosing a major in college or music school is difficult enough, but choosing more than one major – or even more than one degree – presents a whole new set of challenges. Understanding the differences between double majors and dual degree programs is essential for making the right decisions about your future.

Beginner Music Theory Aspiring College Music Majors Need to Know

In my many years of teaching in elementary, high school, and in college, I found it best to explain to students they must learn — even master — music theory in three ways: in your head, on music manuscript paper, and on a melodic chordal instrument. Only then can you feel comfortable and say you really know and understand the areas of basic music theory.

Jaime García-Añoveros III Aims for a Double-Major in Composition and Philosophy

Jaime Garcia Anoveros plays the violin accompanied by a pianist.

Jaime García-Añoveros III is a lifelong violin player who, in his teenage years, began taking composition more seriously. Having played and performed for most of his life, music school seemed an important next step in his development as a composer and as an artist.

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